1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Kia K2700
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 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 2,665 cc, 2005 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia K2700 (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia K2700 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 880 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Kia K2700 (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Kia K2700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Anglia | 2005 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Anglia | K2700 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 933 cc | 2665 cc |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 56.6 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
