1956 Ford Anglia vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 54 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 817 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 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Anglia | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Anglia | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2604 mm |