1956 Ford Anglia vs. 1986 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1986 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1956 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac 6000, 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, 1986 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Anglia | 1986 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Anglia | 6000 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2670 mm |