1963 Ford Anglia vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1963 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 981 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 Mazda CX-7, 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 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Anglia. 2012 Mazda CX-7 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. 2012 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Anglia | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Anglia | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 69 L |
