1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 65 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 769 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Anglia | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Anglia | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 933 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 56.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1829 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2776 mm |
