1963 Ford Anglia vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (148 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1963 Ford Anglia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 1077 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 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Anglia. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Anglia | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Anglia | Antara |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 85 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |