1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Austin | MG |
| Model | A 70 | TF |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79 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 | 1170 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 |
