1969 Ford Capri vs. 2006 MG TF
To start off, 2006 MG TF is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG TF (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG TF weights approximately 205 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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, 2006 MG TF (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2006 MG TF | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Capri | TF |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2380 mm |
