1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 42 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 412 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Anglia | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Anglia | Transporter |
Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 250 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |