2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1963 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 4,007 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1963 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Explorer weights approximately 229 kg more than 1963 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, 2009 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Anglia. 2009 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1963 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1963 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 1963 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4007 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
