1962 Ford Anglia vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 50 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Exeo (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1962 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Exeo weights approximately 662 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, 2012 Seat Exeo, 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, 2012 Seat Exeo (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Anglia | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Anglia | Exeo |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2642 mm |