1953 Ford Anglia vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 44 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 472 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (202 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Anglia | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Anglia | Golf |
Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |