1963 Ford Anglia vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 49 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i40 (173 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1963 Ford Anglia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 797 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, 2012 Hyundai i40, 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, 2012 Hyundai i40 (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Anglia. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Anglia | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Anglia | i40 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2770 mm |
