1960 Austin Princess vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin Princess weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2005 MG TF. 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, 1960 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1960 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin Princess | 2005 MG TF | |
Make | Austin | MG |
Model | Princess | TF |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |