1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2010 Renault Laguna

To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Laguna weights approximately 693 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 Renault Laguna, 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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Ford Anglia 2010 Renault Laguna
Make Ford Renault
Model Anglia Laguna
Year Released 1964 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 997 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 37 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 70 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 19.0:1
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 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 3910 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 70 L