1964 Ford Anglia vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 34 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 392 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, 1998 Ford Focus, 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, 1998 Ford Focus (162 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Anglia | Focus |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
