1966 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 is newer by 41 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C70 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1966 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 923 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, 2007 Volvo C70, 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, 2007 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Anglia | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Anglia | C70 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 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 | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
