1954 Ford Prefect vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1954 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG TF weights approximately 425 kg more than 1954 Ford Prefect. 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, 2004 MG TF (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2004 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Prefect | 2004 MG TF | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Prefect | TF |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2380 mm |