2005 MG TF vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG TF weights approximately 60 kg more than 1958 Riley 4. 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, 2005 MG TF (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 MG TF | 1958 Riley 4 | |
Make | MG | Riley |
Model | TF | 4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |