1962 Ford Anglia vs. 1997 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1997 Subaru Impreza is newer by 35 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1962 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 267 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 1997 Subaru Impreza 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, 1997 Subaru Impreza 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, 1997 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Anglia | 1997 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Anglia | Impreza |
Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |