1957 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2007 Toyota Camry is newer by 50 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1957 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Anglia.

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, 2007 Toyota Camry, 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, 2007 Toyota Camry (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Anglia.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Ford Anglia 2007 Toyota Camry
Make Ford Toyota
Model Anglia Camry
Year Released 1957 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1172 cc 2399 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 31 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 71 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 2150 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 63.5 mm 88.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.5 mm 96 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 Length 3810 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2220 mm 2780 mm


 

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