1994 Fiat Panda vs. 1956 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1994 Fiat Panda is newer by 38 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, 1994 Fiat Panda (34 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Anglia weights approximately 60 kg more than 1994 Fiat Panda.
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, 1994 Fiat Panda, 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, 1956 Ford Anglia (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Anglia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Panda | 1956 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 31 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2220 mm |
