1955 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 52 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 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1955 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 260 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Anglia | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Anglia | Colt |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1122 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |
