1965 Ford Anglia vs. 1990 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1990 Ford Fiesta is newer by 25 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1965 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 173 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.
Because 1965 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 1965 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Anglia | 1990 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Anglia | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
