1964 Ford Anglia vs. 1992 Porsche 968

To start off, 1992 Porsche 968 is newer by 28 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 968 weights approximately 663 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.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Ford Anglia 1992 Porsche 968
Make Ford Porsche
Model Anglia 968
Year Released 1964 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 997 cc 2990 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 37 HP 241 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 70 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 737 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 3910 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 92 L


 

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