1964 Ford Anglia vs. 1987 Ford Probe
To start off, 1987 Ford Probe is newer by 23 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Probe (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Probe weights approximately 500 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, 1987 Ford Probe, 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, 1987 Ford Probe (262 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 1987 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 1987 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Anglia | Probe |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
