1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Octavia is newer by 55 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 645 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, 2003 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2003 Skoda Octavia (311 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Ford Anglia | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Anglia | Octavia |
Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 933 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 56.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |