1956 Ford Anglia vs. 2001 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2001 Toyota Soarer is newer by 45 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 990 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, 2001 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2001 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia. 2001 Toyota Soarer 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. 2001 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Anglia | 2001 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Anglia | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2630 mm |
