1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 507 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 Toyota Corolla, 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 Toyota Corolla (171 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Anglia | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Anglia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 933 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 56.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
