2009 Audi A4 vs. 1963 Ford Anglia

To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (208 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1963 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 808 kg more than 1963 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1963 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 1963 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Anglia.

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2009 Audi A4 1963 Ford Anglia
Make Audi Ford
Model A4 Anglia
Year Released 2009 1963
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 208 HP 37 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 70 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 7.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1545 kg 737 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 3910 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 45 L