1962 Ford Anglia vs. 2006 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Toyota Celica is newer by 44 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1962 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Celica weights approximately 480 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, 2006 Toyota Celica, 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, 2006 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Anglia | 2006 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Anglia | Celica |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
