1955 Ford Anglia vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 53 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1964 kg more than 1955 Ford Anglia.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Anglia. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1955 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1955 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Anglia | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Anglia | Discovery |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 72 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2890 mm |