1963 Ford Anglia vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1963 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1963 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Anglia. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 1963 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1963 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Anglia | 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Anglia | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
