1973 Fiat 126 vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MG TF (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MG TF weights approximately 520 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. 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, 2002 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 126 | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 126 | TF |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 50 L |
