1958 Ford Popular vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG TF (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG TF weights approximately 435 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, 2003 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 2003 MG TF | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Popular | TF |
Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2380 mm |