2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo GT and 2003 MG TF were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 310 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.
Because 2003 MG TF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 MG TF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Alfa Romeo GT (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | GT | TF |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 340 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
