1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 56 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 194 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1426 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 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Anglia | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Anglia | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 933 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 56.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
