2008 Audi A4 vs. 1956 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 52 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 690 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 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1956 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2220 mm |
