1957 Ford Anglia vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1957 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Accord weights approximately 195 kg more than 1957 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord, 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, 1979 Honda Accord (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Anglia | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Anglia | Accord |
Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2390 mm |