1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2006 MG TF
To start off, 2006 MG TF is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG TF (159 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG TF weights approximately 390 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. 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, 2006 MG TF (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 2006 MG TF | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Prefect | TF |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 117 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
