1975 Ford Torino vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MG TF (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 550 kg more than 2002 MG TF.
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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Torino | TF |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 50 L |
