2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1948 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 706 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo, 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1948 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Bravo | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 56.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
