1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 57 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 995 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, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1948 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1948 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Anglia | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Anglia | Accord |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 933 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
