1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 47 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), 2011 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 615 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, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 2011 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Anglia | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| 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 | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 250 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 | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
