1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 1956 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1977 Buick LeSabre is newer by 21 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 5,002 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick LeSabre (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 900 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.
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, 1977 Buick LeSabre (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia. 1977 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick LeSabre | 1956 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2220 mm |
