1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, 2010 Mazda 2 is newer by 46 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 2 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 2 weights approximately 592 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, 2010 Mazda 2, 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, 2010 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Anglia | 2 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
