1962 Ford Anglia vs. 1961 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1962 Ford Anglia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1962 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 1067 kg more than 1962 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, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Anglia | 1961 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Anglia | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
