1959 Ford Popular vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG TF (134 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG TF weights approximately 445 kg more than 1959 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, 2007 MG TF (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Popular | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Popular | TF |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1180 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 |
