1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 762 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 Volkswagen GTI, 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 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Anglia | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Anglia | GTI |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 933 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 56.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1779 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2578 mm |
