1965 Ford Anglia vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 44 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1965 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 724 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Anglia. 2009 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1965 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1965 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Anglia | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Anglia | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |
