1960 Ford Anglia vs. 2010 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 50 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1960 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 639 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, 2010 Volkswagen GTI, 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, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Anglia | 2010 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Anglia | GTI |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4211 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |