1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1948 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is newer by 8 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 800 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1948 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
