2001 Ford Ranger vs. 1954 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 47 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1954 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1020 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 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 Ranger (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Ranger | 1954 Ford Anglia | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Ranger | Anglia |
Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2220 mm |