1955 Ford Anglia vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 49 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1955 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 310 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, 2004 Honda Civic, 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, 2004 Honda Civic (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Anglia | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Anglia | Civic |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2770 mm |