1979 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG TF weights approximately 190 kg more than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. 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, 2003 MG TF (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Mirafiori | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Mirafiori | TF |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
