1953 Fiat 1900 vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG TF (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 5 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1900 | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 1900 | TF |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
