1964 Ford Anglia vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1990 Rover 400 is newer by 26 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover 400 (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover 400 weights approximately 289 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, 1990 Rover 400, 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, 1990 Rover 400 (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Anglia | 1990 Rover 400 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Anglia | 400 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |