1954 Austin A 135 vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 135 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 855 kg more than 2002 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, 1954 Austin A 135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 135 | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | Austin | MG |
| Model | A 135 | TF |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 80 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 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
