1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1956 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (198 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1500 kg more than 1956 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 1956 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2220 mm |
