2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1955 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 52 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1955 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 330 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 1955 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 1955 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II, 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, 2007 Fiat Palio II (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 1955 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio II | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2220 mm |
