1974 Lada Riva vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada Riva would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG TF weights approximately 133 kg more than 1974 Lada Riva. 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, 2007 MG TF (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | Lada | MG |
| Model | Riva | TF |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2380 mm |
