1955 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 50 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1955 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 869 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 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Anglia | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Anglia | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2740 mm |
