1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 37 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 497 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, 2001 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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Anglia | Golf |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
