2002 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1948 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 54 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 933 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Matiz (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 128 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, 2002 Daewoo Matiz, 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, 2002 Daewoo Matiz (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Matiz | 1948 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Matiz | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2290 mm |
