1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG TF (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2004 MG TF | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
Model | 90 | TF |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |