2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1948 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 838 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 Fiat Stilo, 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 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1948 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 56.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 6.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
