1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG TF weights approximately 360 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. 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, 2005 MG TF (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Lancia | MG |
| Model | Appia | TF |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 205 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 | 840 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
