1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 62 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 952 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, 2010 Kia Magentis, 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, 2010 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Anglia | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Anglia | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 933 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 56.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
