1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 1955 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1977 Dodge Aspen is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1955 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 725 kg more than 1955 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 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 1955 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Aspen | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2220 mm |
