1956 Ford Anglia vs. 2009 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2009 Opel Vivaro is newer by 53 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 873 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, 2009 Opel Vivaro, 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, 2009 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Anglia | 2009 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Anglia | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3100 mm |
