1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 42 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 738 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, 2006 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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Anglia | 407 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
