1957 Ford Anglia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 49 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1957 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 896 kg more than 1957 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Anglia. 2006 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Anglia | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Anglia | Touran |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2680 mm |
