1967 Ford Anglia vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1981 Nissan Stanza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Stanza (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1967 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 143 kg more than 1967 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza, 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, 1981 Nissan Stanza (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Anglia | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Anglia | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
