2006 MG TF vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2006 MG TF is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG TF (159 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 MG TF.
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, 2006 MG TF (174 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 2006 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG TF | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | MG | Rover |
| Model | TF | P4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
