1958 Austin A 95 vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 95 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2005 MG TF.
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, 1958 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Austin | MG |
| Model | A 95 | TF |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
