1981 Fiat Panda vs. 1954 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1981 Fiat Panda is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,170 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Panda (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1954 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Anglia weights approximately 50 kg more than 1981 Fiat Panda.
Because 1954 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 1954 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Panda, 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, 1954 Ford Anglia (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Anglia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Panda | 1954 Ford Anglia | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Anglia |
Year Released | 1981 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2220 mm |