1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG TF (134 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG TF weights approximately 15 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1400. 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, 2007 MG TF (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1400 | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 1400 | TF |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1395 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 |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
