1956 Ford Anglia vs. 1994 Holden Barina
To start off, 1994 Holden Barina is newer by 38 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Barina weights approximately 40 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, 1994 Holden Barina, 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, 1994 Holden Barina (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia. 1994 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Anglia | 1994 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Anglia | Barina |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2370 mm |
