1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2003 MG TF | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
Model | Alfa 6 | TF |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |