1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 64 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (183 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 965 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159, 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Ford Anglia | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Anglia | 159 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 933 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 56.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |