1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Honda Fit
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Fit weights approximately 310 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 Fit, 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 Fit (119 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Fit 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 Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Anglia | Fit |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 119 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 | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
