1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 48 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 1023 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, 2012 Audi A5, 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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Anglia | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Anglia | A5 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |