2007 Audi A3 vs. 1966 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1966 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 817 kg more than 1966 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1966 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
