1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 1074 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 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. 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 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Ford Anglia | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Anglia | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 933 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 56.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |