1996 Ford Probe vs. 1955 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1996 Ford Probe is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Probe (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1955 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Probe weights approximately 480 kg more than 1955 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Ford Probe (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Probe | 1955 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Probe | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2220 mm |
