1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG TF weights approximately 60 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (182 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | GTV | TF |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
