2006 Fiat Croma vs. 1956 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 845 kg more than 1956 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma, 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, 2006 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Croma | 1956 Ford Anglia | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Croma | Anglia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2220 mm |