1964 Ford Anglia vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 31 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1065 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, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (235 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 1995 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Anglia | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Anglia | Sharan |
Year Released | 1964 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 235 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2840 mm |