1985 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 1956 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Sprint 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 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Sprint (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Sprint should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Anglia weights approximately 65 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint.
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 Chevrolet Sprint, 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 Chevrolet Sprint (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Sprint | 1956 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Sprint | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2220 mm |
