1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG TF (134 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG TF weights approximately 255 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. 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, 2008 MG TF (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 1200 | TF |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
