1957 Ford Anglia vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2001 Kia Visto is newer by 44 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 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Visto (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Visto should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Visto weights approximately 60 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, 2001 Kia Visto, 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, 2001 Kia Visto (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Visto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Anglia. 2001 Kia Visto has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Kia Visto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Anglia | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Anglia | Visto |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2390 mm |
