1956 Ford Anglia vs. 1992 Renault Express
To start off, 1992 Renault Express is newer by 36 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 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Express (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Express should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Express weights approximately 80 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, 1992 Renault Express, 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, 1992 Renault Express (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Anglia | 1992 Renault Express | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Anglia | Express |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2590 mm |
