1970 Ford Capri vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG TF weights approximately 87 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Capri | TF |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 220 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 | 1103 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
