1965 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (219 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1965 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 714 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 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Anglia | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Anglia | V50 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
