1964 Ford Anglia vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Renault Safrane is newer by 35 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Safrane (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 830 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, 1999 Renault Safrane, 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, 1999 Renault Safrane (277 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Anglia | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2770 mm |
