1955 Ford Anglia vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1955 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Duster weights approximately 460 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, 2010 Renault Duster, 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, 2010 Renault Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Anglia | 2010 Renault Duster | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Anglia | Duster |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2673 mm |