1967 Ford Anglia vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Renault Laguna is newer by 35 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), 2002 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1967 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 548 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, 2002 Renault Laguna, 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, 2002 Renault Laguna (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Anglia | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Anglia | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 737 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
