1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1956 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 29 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna weights approximately 180 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna, 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1956 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Arna | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2220 mm |
