1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Tigra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Tigra weights approximately 585 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 Opel Tigra, 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 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Ford Anglia | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Anglia | Tigra |
Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 933 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 56.6 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |