1962 Ford Anglia vs. 1983 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1962 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac Phoenix weights approximately 362 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.
Because 1962 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 1962 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix, 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, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Anglia | 1983 Pontiac Phoenix | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Anglia | Phoenix |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
