1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 50 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1533 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5, 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Anglia | T5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |