1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 625 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 Mercedes-Benz A, 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 Mercedes-Benz A (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Anglia | 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Anglia | A |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 933 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 56.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
