1956 Ford Anglia vs. 2012 Proton Arena
To start off, 2012 Proton Arena is newer by 56 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Proton Arena (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Proton Arena weights approximately 295 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, 2012 Proton Arena, 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, 2012 Proton Arena (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2012 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Anglia | 2012 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Anglia | Arena |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2610 mm |
