1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2012 Opel Agila
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila 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 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Agila (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Agila weights approximately 393 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 Opel Agila, 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 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Anglia | 2012 Opel Agila | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Anglia | Agila |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 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 | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |