1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2001 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 42 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 788 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 2001 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 2001 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Anglia | Passat |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 62 L |
