1983 Ford Orion vs. 1956 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1983 Ford Orion is newer by 27 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Orion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Orion weights approximately 136 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, 1983 Ford Orion, 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, 1983 Ford Orion (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Orion | 1956 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Orion | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2220 mm |
