1955 Ford Anglia vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, 2003 Opel Astra is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (75 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1955 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 640 kg more than 1955 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Ford Anglia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Opel Astra (171 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Anglia | 2003 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Anglia | Astra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2670 mm |
