1972 Ford Torino vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG TF (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 452 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, 1972 Ford Torino (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 2004 MG TF | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Torino | TF |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 89.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 50 L |