2007 Audi A4 vs. 1965 Ford Anglia

To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1965 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 893 kg more than 1965 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1965 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 1965 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Anglia. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1965 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1965 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 Audi A4 1965 Ford Anglia
Make Audi Ford
Model A4 Anglia
Year Released 2007 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 37 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 70 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 8.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 737 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 3910 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 45 L