1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 39 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (155 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 786 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, 2003 Peugeot 407, 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (205 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Anglia | 407 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
