1979 Fiat 133 vs. 1995 Rover MGF
To start off, 1995 Rover MGF is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover MGF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover MGF (145 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover MGF should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover MGF weights approximately 834 kg more than 1979 Fiat 133. 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, 1995 Rover MGF (236 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 133. (54 Nm). This means 1995 Rover MGF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 133 | 1995 Rover MGF | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 133 | MGF |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
