1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 41 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 645 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, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle (170 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Anglia | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
