1957 Ford Anglia vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 54 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1957 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 660 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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Anglia | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Anglia | Jetta |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2651 mm |