2005 MG TF vs. 1970 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Publica 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 (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG TF weights approximately 525 kg more than 1970 Toyota Publica. 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 (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG TF | 1970 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | TF | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2170 mm |
