1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 58 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1377 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, 2006 Kia Sorento, 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia. 2006 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1948 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1948 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Anglia | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Anglia | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 933 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 56.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 2027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
