1956 Ford Anglia vs. 1994 Lada Samara
To start off, 1994 Lada Samara 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lada Samara weights approximately 184 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 Lada Samara, 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 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1994 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Anglia | 1994 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Anglia | Samara |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2470 mm |
