1958 Ford Popular vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 50 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 485 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, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Popular | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2540 mm |