1960 Ford Prefect vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG TF (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG TF weights approximately 422 kg more than 1960 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, 2003 MG TF (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Prefect | 2003 MG TF | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Prefect | TF |
Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |