1960 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 45 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1960 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 594 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Anglia. 2005 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 1960 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1960 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Anglia | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Anglia | Touran |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |