1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 59 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1244 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 2007 GMC Canyon 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, 2007 GMC Canyon 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia. 2007 GMC Canyon 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. 2007 GMC Canyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Anglia | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Anglia | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 933 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3210 mm |
