1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, 2004 Honda Legend is newer by 40 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Legend weights approximately 1014 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, 2004 Honda Legend, 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, 2004 Honda Legend (303 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 2004 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Anglia | Legend |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |
