1957 Ford Anglia vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 37 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 1,322 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (74 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1957 Ford Anglia. (31 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 245 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Mazda 323 (103 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Anglia | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Anglia | 323 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1322 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 71 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2620 mm |