2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1956 Ford Anglia

To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 51 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 916 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.

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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Ranger 1956 Ford Anglia
Make Ford Ford
Model Ranger Anglia
Year Released 2007 1956
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2499 cc 1172 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 31 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 257 Nm 71 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2150 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1656 kg 740 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 3810 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2990 mm 2220 mm


 

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