1964 Ford Anglia vs. 1968 Saab 99
To start off, 1968 Saab 99 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,709 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Saab 99 (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Saab 99 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1964 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Saab 99, 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, 1968 Saab 99 (128 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 1968 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 1968 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Anglia | 99 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |
