2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1954 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 51 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1954 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1138 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Anglia. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler 300 | 1954 Ford Anglia | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | 300 | Anglia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2220 mm |