2008 Audi TT vs. 1948 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2008 Audi TT 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi TT weights approximately 760 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 TT, 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 TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi TT | 1948 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 56.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2290 mm |
