1957 Ford Anglia vs. 1985 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1957 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Anglia weights approximately 20 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Polo, 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 Polo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Anglia | 1985 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Anglia | Polo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2340 mm |
