1964 Ford Anglia vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (108 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 246 kg more than 1964 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol, 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, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (167 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 1994 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Anglia | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Anglia | Gol |
Year Released | 1964 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 167 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |