1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 41 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 660 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, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Anglia | Accord |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |
