2006 Ford Escape vs. 1955 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1955 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 480 kg more than 1955 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1955 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1172 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2220 mm |
