2004 MG TF vs. 1965 Volvo 122
To start off, 2004 MG TF is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 122. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 122 would be higher. At 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volvo 122 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG TF (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 122. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 122. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG TF weights approximately 8 kg more than 1965 Volvo 122. 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, 2004 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 122. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 122.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG TF | 1965 Volvo 122 | |
| Make | MG | Volvo |
| Model | TF | 122 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
