1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MG TF (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MG TF weights approximately 530 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. 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, 2002 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | Abarth | MG |
| Model | 850 | TF |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
