2007 MG TF vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG TF (134 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 306 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, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF. 1956 Rover P4 has automatic transmission and 2007 MG TF has manual transmission. 2007 MG TF will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1956 Rover P4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 MG TF | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | MG | Rover |
| Model | TF | P4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 105 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
