1966 Ford Anglia vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Espace (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1966 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 942 kg more than 1966 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace, 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, 1999 Renault Espace (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Anglia | 1999 Renault Espace | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Anglia | Espace |
Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |