1983 Honda Quintet vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Quintet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG TF (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG TF weights approximately 120 kg more than 1983 Honda Quintet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Quintet | 2004 MG TF | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Quintet | TF |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2380 mm |
