1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 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 (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG TF weights approximately 150 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | 1750 | TF |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
