1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2008 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | Austin | MG |
| Model | A 70 | TF |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
