1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 48 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 696 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, 2012 Citroen C5, 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (160 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Anglia | C5 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |
