2009 Audi A5 vs. 1948 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 61 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 245 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 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia. 2009 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1948 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1948 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A5 | 1948 Ford Anglia | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A5 | Anglia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 933 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |