1963 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 44 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1963 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 463 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, 2007 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Anglia | 2007 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Anglia | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
