1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster 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 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart Roadster weights approximately 135 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Smart Roadster (110 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2006 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Anglia | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |
