1952 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG TF (134 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 90 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 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, 1952 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 90 | 2007 MG TF | |
Make | Austin | MG |
Model | A 90 | TF |
Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |