1956 Ford Anglia vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1956 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia. 2009 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Anglia | 2009 Audi A4 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Anglia | A4 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2660 mm |