1954 Ford Anglia vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1954 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1954 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Anglia | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Anglia | Touareg |
Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1170 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2860 mm |