1963 Ford Anglia vs. 2004 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2004 Kia Shuma 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1963 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Shuma weights approximately 353 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, 2004 Kia Shuma, 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, 2004 Kia Shuma (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Shuma 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 Shuma | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Anglia | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 737 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
