1974 Fiat 126 vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG TF (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG TF weights approximately 620 kg more than 1974 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, 2004 MG TF (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 126 | 2004 MG TF | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 126 | TF |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 50 L |
