1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1995 Rover MGF
To start off, 1995 Rover MGF is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover MGF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Rover MGF. (145 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover MGF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover MGF weights approximately 780 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
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, 1995 Rover MGF (236 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm). This means 1995 Rover MGF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1995 Rover MGF | |
| Make | Abarth | Rover |
| Model | 1600 | MGF |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1280 mm |
