1954 Ford Popular vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 50 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Morgan 4 weights approximately 235 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, 2004 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Popular | 4 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2450 mm |