1965 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Opel GT
To start off, 2007 Opel GT 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel GT (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1965 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel GT weights approximately 598 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 Opel GT (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Anglia | 2007 Opel GT | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Anglia | GT |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |