1960 Ford Anglia vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 39 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1960 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 739 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 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Anglia | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Anglia | Bora |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
