1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 MG TF
To start off, 2006 MG TF is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2006 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2006 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, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 2006 MG TF | |
| Make | Austin | MG |
| Model | A 90 | TF |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
