1976 Audi 100 vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG TF (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | Audi | MG |
| Model | 100 | TF |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
