1966 Ford Anglia vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2003 Toyota Echo is newer by 37 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Echo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1966 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Echo weights approximately 272 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, 2003 Toyota Echo, 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, 2003 Toyota Echo (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Anglia | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Anglia | Echo |
Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |