1957 Ford Anglia vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1982 GMC Jimmy is newer by 25 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 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 GMC Jimmy (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1957 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 705 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 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 GMC Jimmy (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Anglia | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Anglia | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2560 mm |
