1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (128 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 699 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 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Multivan (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Anglia | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Anglia | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 933 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 56.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3010 mm |
