1956 Ford Anglia vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1989 Renault 21 is newer by 33 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 335 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, 1989 Renault 21, 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, 1989 Renault 21 (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Anglia | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Anglia | 21 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2820 mm |
