2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1956 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia. 2006 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1956 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rainier | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1172 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2220 mm |
