1963 Ford Anglia vs. 1999 Mazda 626
To start off, 1999 Mazda 626 is newer by 36 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda 626 (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1963 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 626 weights approximately 603 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, 1999 Mazda 626, 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, 1999 Mazda 626 (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Anglia | 1999 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Anglia | 626 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
