2001 Ford Fiesta vs. 1953 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2001 Ford Fiesta is newer by 48 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Fiesta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 236 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, 2001 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2001 Ford Fiesta (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Fiesta | 1953 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2220 mm |
