1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine V6 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 MG TF. 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | Alpine | MG |
| Model | V6 | TF |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |
