1948 Ford Anglia vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Skoda L (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Skoda L weights approximately 175 kg more than 1948 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1978 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Anglia | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Anglia | L |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 933 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 56.6 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
