1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 60 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 630 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, 2008 Honda Fit, 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, 2008 Honda Fit (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Ford Anglia | 2008 Honda Fit | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Anglia | Fit |
Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 933 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 56.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 89.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |