1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2006 MG TF
To start off, 2006 MG TF is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG TF (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG TF weights approximately 140 kg more than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. 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, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Aurelia | 2006 MG TF | |
| Make | Lancia | MG |
| Model | Aurelia | TF |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
