1971 Ford Zephyr vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG TF (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 MG TF.
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, 1971 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Zephyr | 2004 MG TF | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Zephyr | TF |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2380 mm |
