1963 Ford Anglia vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 41 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), 2004 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1963 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 1133 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 2004 Kia Retona 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, 2004 Kia Retona 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, 2004 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Anglia | 2004 Kia Retona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Anglia | Retona |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
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 | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |