1961 Ford Popular vs. 1950 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1961 Ford Popular is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Morgan Plus 4 (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1961 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Popular | 1950 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Popular | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2440 mm |
