2007 MG TF vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (134 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG TF weights approximately 130 kg more than 1981 Renault 5.
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, 1981 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 MG TF | 1981 Renault 5 | |
| Make | MG | Renault |
| Model | TF | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
