1954 Ford Popular vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1958 MG MGA is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 MG MGA (107 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 MG MGA weights approximately 165 kg more than 1954 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, 1958 MG MGA (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 1958 MG MGA | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Popular | MGA |
Year Released | 1954 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2390 mm |