1964 Ford Anglia vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1986 Opel Ascona is newer by 22 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Ascona weights approximately 170 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Opel Ascona (101 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 1986 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Anglia | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
