1955 Ford Anglia vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 58 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Prius (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1955 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 745 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, 2013 Toyota Prius, 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, 2013 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Anglia | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Anglia | Prius |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2780 mm |