2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, both 2003 Fiat Punto 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG TF (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG TF weights approximately 295 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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 Fiat Punto, 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 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Punto | TF |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
