1962 Ford Anglia vs. 1991 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 205 is newer by 29 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 3,278 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Peugeot 205 (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1962 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 396 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, 1991 Peugeot 205, 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, 1991 Peugeot 205 (212 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm). This means 1991 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Anglia | 1991 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Anglia | 205 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
