1988 Austin Montego vs. 1956 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 32 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Montego weights approximately 376 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, 1988 Austin Montego, 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, 1988 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1956 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2220 mm |
