1960 Ford Anglia vs. 1998 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Parati (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1960 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 238 kg more than 1960 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Parati, 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, 1998 Volkswagen Parati (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Anglia | 1998 Volkswagen Parati | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Anglia | Parati |
Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |