1966 Ford Anglia vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa is newer by 44 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1966 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Corsa weights approximately 875 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, 2010 Opel Corsa, 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, 2010 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Anglia | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Anglia | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 125 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
