2006 MG TF vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 2006 MG TF is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG TF (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 2000 weights approximately 115 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, 1971 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG TF | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | MG | Rover |
| Model | TF | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
