1953 Ford Popular vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1959 Jaguar MK II is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 741 kg more than 1953 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Popular | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Popular | MK II |
Year Released | 1953 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |