1964 Ford Anglia vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 24 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara 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.
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, 1988 Lada Samara, 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, 1988 Lada Samara (117 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Anglia | Samara |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
