1949 Austin 16 vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (134 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 MG TF.
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, 2005 MG TF (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 2005 MG TF | |
Make | Austin | MG |
Model | 16 | TF |
Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |