1958 Ford Popular vs. 1952 MG TD
To start off, 1958 Ford Popular is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 MG TD would be higher. At 1,250 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 MG TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 MG TD (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 MG TD should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 MG TD weights approximately 140 kg more than 1958 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, 1952 MG TD (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1952 MG TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 1952 MG TD | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Popular | TD |
Year Released | 1958 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1250 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2390 mm |