2006 Audi A4 vs. 1956 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1956 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4, 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, 2006 Audi A4 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1956 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2220 mm |
