1955 Ford Anglia vs. 2008 Mazda 2
To start off, 2008 Mazda 2 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 2 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1955 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 2 weights approximately 589 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, 2008 Mazda 2, 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, 2008 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Anglia | 2008 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Anglia | 2 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2500 mm |
