2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1948 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 58 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 428 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1948 Ford Anglia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | SSR | Anglia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 933 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 56.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 6.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |