1964 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MG TF (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MG TF weights approximately 340 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. 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, 2002 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 40 | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | Austin | MG |
| Model | A 40 | TF |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 50 L |
