1962 Ford Anglia vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1962 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 352 kg more than 1962 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Anglia | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Anglia | Golf |
Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |