1962 Ford Anglia vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 47 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1962 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 1185 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Anglia. 2009 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 1962 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1962 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Anglia | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Anglia | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
