2007 MG TF vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 52 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 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG TF (134 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 220 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 MG TF (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 MG TF | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | MG | Rover |
| Model | TF | P4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| 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 | 1180 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
