1971 Fiat 125 vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG TF weights approximately 230 kg more than 1971 Fiat 125. 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, 2007 MG TF (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 125 | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 125 | TF |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 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 | 960 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
