1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 44 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), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 623 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Anglia | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Anglia | Bora |
Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
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 | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 310 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1373 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4420 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 |