1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG TF (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 MG TF.
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, 2008 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1500 | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 1500 | TF |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
