1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1953 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 75 kg more than 1953 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno, 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1953 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2220 mm |
