1956 Ford Anglia vs. 2002 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2002 Skoda Superb is newer by 46 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Superb (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Superb weights approximately 825 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, 2002 Skoda Superb, 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, 2002 Skoda Superb (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Anglia | 2002 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Anglia | Superb |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2810 mm |
