1998 Ford Mustang vs. 1964 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1998 Ford Mustang is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Mustang weights approximately 653 kg more than 1964 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Mustang | 1964 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
