1964 Ford Anglia vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Octavia is newer by 32 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Octavia (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 475 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, 1996 Skoda Octavia, 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, 1996 Skoda Octavia (133 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Anglia | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
