2008 Audi A4 vs. 1948 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 60 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 890 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, 2008 Audi A4, 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, 2008 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1948 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 56.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
