1962 Ford Anglia vs. 1998 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 36 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Coupe (111 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1962 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 477 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, 1998 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 1998 Hyundai Coupe (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Anglia | 1998 Hyundai Coupe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Anglia | Coupe |
Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |