1996 Audi A3 vs. 1967 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1967 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 403 kg more than 1967 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3, 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, 1996 Audi A3 (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1967 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
