1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1954 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1999 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1954 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 320 kg more than 1954 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Barchetta | 1954 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Barchetta | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2220 mm |
