1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2000 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2000 Nissan Maxima is newer by 52 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 765 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, 2000 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2000 Nissan Maxima (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Ford Anglia | 2000 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Anglia | Maxima |
Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 933 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |