1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 525 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Anglia | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Anglia | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 933 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 56.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
