2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1948 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto 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 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 515 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 Grande Punto, 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 Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1948 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Grande Punto | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 56.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 6.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
