1965 Ford Anglia vs. 1972 Matra-Simca M530
To start off, 1972 Matra-Simca M530 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Matra-Simca M530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Matra-Simca M530 (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1965 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Matra-Simca M530 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Matra-Simca M530 weights approximately 198 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Matra-Simca M530 (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Matra-Simca M530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Anglia | 1972 Matra-Simca M530 | |
Make | Ford | Matra-Simca |
Model | Anglia | M530 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |