1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. Both 1959 Fiat 1800 and 2003 MG TF are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG TF (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 MG TF (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1800 | 2003 MG TF | |
Make | Fiat | MG |
Model | 1800 | TF |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |