1955 Ford Anglia vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 55 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1955 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 215 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 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Anglia | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Anglia | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3010 mm |