1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 5 weights approximately 825 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 Mazda 5, 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 Mazda 5 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Anglia | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Anglia | 5 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 933 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 56.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
