1978 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1956 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 22 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 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 960 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, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia. 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp 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. 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1956 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Longchamp | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2220 mm |
