2007 Audi A3 vs. 1956 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 51 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 676 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, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia. 2007 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1956 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2220 mm |
