1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Hyundai Azera

To start off, 2007 Hyundai Azera 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 1035 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 Hyundai Azera, 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 Hyundai Azera (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia. 2007 Hyundai Azera 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 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1948 Ford Anglia 2007 Hyundai Azera
Make Ford Hyundai
Model Anglia Azera
Year Released 1948 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 933 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 23 HP 263 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 49 Nm 348 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 650 kg 1685 kg
Vehicle Length 3870 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2790 mm