1962 Ford Anglia vs. 1990 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1990 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 28 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Suzuki Samurai (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1962 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 192 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 1990 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1990 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Anglia | 1990 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Anglia | Samurai |
Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |