1963 Ford Anglia vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 46 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1963 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 238 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, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Anglia. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara has automatic transmission and 1963 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1963 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Anglia | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Anglia | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
