1962 Ford Anglia vs. 1999 Saturn SL
To start off, 1999 Saturn SL is newer by 37 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saturn SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saturn SL (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1962 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saturn SL should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saturn SL weights approximately 317 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, 1999 Saturn SL, 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, 1999 Saturn SL (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Saturn SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Anglia | 1999 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Anglia | SL |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
