1969 Audi Variant vs. 1953 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1969 Audi Variant is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Audi Variant (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Audi Variant weights approximately 330 kg more than 1953 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Audi Variant, 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, 1969 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1969 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 1953 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Variant | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2220 mm |
