1991 Audi V8 vs. 1958 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1991 Audi V8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi V8 (280 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi V8 weights approximately 972 kg more than 1958 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 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, 1991 Audi V8 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1991 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia. 1991 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Audi V8 | 1958 Ford Anglia | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | V8 | Anglia |
Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2220 mm |