1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 810 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 Mitsubishi Colt, 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 Mitsubishi Colt (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Anglia | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Anglia | Colt |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 933 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 56.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
