1966 Ford Anglia vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 43 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (158 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1966 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1187 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, 2009 Mercury Milan, 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 Mercury Milan (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Anglia | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Anglia | Milan |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
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 | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |