1963 Ford Anglia vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1963 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 661 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 Nissan Altima, 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 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Anglia | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Anglia | Altima |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |