1977 Fiat 127 vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (70 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG TF weights approximately 425 kg more than 1977 Fiat 127. 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, 2005 MG TF (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 127 | TF |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1047 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
