1964 Ford Anglia vs. 1978 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1978 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 14 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Triumph Dolomite (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 205 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Triumph Dolomite (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 1978 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Anglia | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 56 L |
