1963 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2007 Opel Speedster 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1963 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Speedster weights approximately 268 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Anglia | 2007 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Anglia | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| 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 | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |
