2007 Citroen C5 vs. 1948 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 59 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 2,178 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 957 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, 2007 Citroen C5, 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, 2007 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 1948 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2178 cc | 933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 56.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 6.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
