1998 Ford Laser vs. 1960 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1998 Ford Laser is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Laser (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1960 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Laser weights approximately 408 kg more than 1960 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser, 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, 1998 Ford Laser (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 1960 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Laser | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
