1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2011 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Volvo V70 is newer by 47 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia.
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, 2011 Volvo V70, 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, 2011 Volvo V70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia. 2011 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 1964 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1964 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 2011 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Anglia | V70 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
