1948 Ford Anglia vs. 1998 Proton Perdana
To start off, 1998 Proton Perdana 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Proton Perdana (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Proton Perdana weights approximately 595 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 Proton Perdana, 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 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia. 1998 Proton Perdana has automatic transmission and 1948 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1948 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Proton Perdana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Anglia | 1998 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Anglia | Perdana |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 933 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
