1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avalon is newer by 43 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avalon (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 858 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, 2007 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2007 Toyota Avalon (334 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Anglia | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
