1986 Audi 80 vs. 1960 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1986 Audi 80 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 80 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1960 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 80 weights approximately 403 kg more than 1960 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Audi 80 (173 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1960 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
