Analysis of information sources in references of the Wikipedia article "Standard Motor Company" in English language version.
A side-by-side comparison shows that the Eight block was smaller in all dimensions than the Nine/Ten, ensuring that all the major components – block, crankshaft, and camshaft – were new, as were the spacings between cylinder centres.
Standard Flying Eight – first 8hp car with independent front suspension.
The ultimate was probably the Standard Flying Eight which had the new advantage for a small car of independent front suspension...