1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 63 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 501 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, 2011 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2011 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Ford Anglia | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Anglia | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 933 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1697 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2489 mm |