1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 43 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 728 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (220 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Anglia | Touran |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
