1950 Austin A135 vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A135 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2004 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 920 kg more than 2004 MG TF. 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, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2004 MG TF | |
| Make | Austin | MG |
| Model | A135 | TF |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
