1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Honda FR-V

To start off, 2007 Honda FR-V 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda FR-V (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda FR-V weights approximately 797 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, 2007 Honda FR-V, 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, 2007 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.

Compare all specifications:

1948 Ford Anglia 2007 Honda FR-V
Make Ford Honda
Model Anglia FR-V
Year Released 1948 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 933 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 23 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 49 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 56.6 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 6.3:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Vehicle Weight 650 kg 1447 kg
Vehicle Length 3870 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 2120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2690 mm