1965 Ford Anglia vs. 1965 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 1965 Ford Anglia and 1965 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (1965). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Mustang (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1965 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Mustang weights approximately 428 kg more than 1965 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Anglia | 1965 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Anglia | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 4733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
