1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 MG TF
To start off, 2006 MG TF is newer by 33 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, 2006 MG TF (159 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG TF weights approximately 162 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2006 MG TF | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | GTV | TF |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 220 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 | 1028 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
