1948 Ford Anglia vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 1998 Acura EL is newer by 50 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura EL weights approximately 429 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.
Because 1948 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 1948 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Acura EL, 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, 1998 Acura EL (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Anglia | 1998 Acura EL | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Anglia | EL |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 933 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1704 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2619 mm |
