1959 Fiat 2100 vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 would be higher. At 2,052 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 2100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG TF (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 2100. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG TF weights approximately 236 kg more than 1959 Fiat 2100. 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, 2007 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 2100. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 2100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 2100 | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 2100 | TF |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2052 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 934 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
