1990 Ford Probe vs. 1953 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1990 Ford Probe is newer by 37 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Probe weights approximately 510 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, 1990 Ford Probe, 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, 1990 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Probe | 1953 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Probe | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 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 | 1250 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2220 mm |
