1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (54 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 97 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Anglia | Golf |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |