1958 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (149 HP @ 1750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 634 kg more than 1958 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Anglia | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Anglia | Passat |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |