1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 53 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 767 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, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Anglia | Passat |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |