1965 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 42 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 1,306 cc, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1965 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 443 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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Anglia | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Anglia | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1306 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |