1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Bialbero would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG TF (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG TF weights approximately 557 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. 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, 2004 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2004 MG TF | |
Make | Abarth | MG |
Model | Bialbero | TF |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |