1955 Ford Anglia vs. 2009 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 807 is newer by 54 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 807 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1955 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Anglia.
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, 2009 Peugeot 807, 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, 2009 Peugeot 807 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Anglia | 2009 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Anglia | 807 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |
