1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1948 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1957 Austin A 35 is newer by 9 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 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A 35 (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A 35 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 35 weights approximately 40 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, 1957 Austin A 35 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 1948 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 35 | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 56.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 6.3:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2290 mm |
