1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 54 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1020 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, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Anglia | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Anglia | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 933 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
