1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG TF weights approximately 174 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
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, 1972 Fiat 124 (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 124 | TF |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 190 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 | 996 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |
