1953 Ford Anglia vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 394 kg more than 1953 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Anglia | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Anglia | Passat |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2560 mm |
