1958 Fiat 1200 vs. 1995 Rover MGF
To start off, 1995 Rover MGF is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover MGF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover MGF (145 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover MGF should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover MGF weights approximately 599 kg more than 1958 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, 1995 Rover MGF (236 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1200. (82 Nm). This means 1995 Rover MGF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1200 | 1995 Rover MGF | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 1200 | MGF |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
