1964 Ford Anglia vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1979 Opel Kadett is newer by 15 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Kadett (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Opel Kadett weights approximately 85 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, 1979 Opel Kadett, 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, 1979 Opel Kadett (83 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 1979 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Anglia | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |
