1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG TF weights approximately 705 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 MG TF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 MG TF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 MG TF (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MG |
| Model | Fellow | TF |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2380 mm |
