1963 Ford Anglia vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 35 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1963 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 253 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 1998 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Anglia | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Anglia | Vitara |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |