1960 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 47 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1960 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Anglia.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Anglia | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Anglia | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
