2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1948 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 56 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2566 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 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1948 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1948 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1948 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 56.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3216 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2290 mm |
