1956 Ford Anglia vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso is newer by 44 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1090 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 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia. 2000 SsangYong Musso 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. 2000 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Anglia | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Anglia | Musso |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
