The amount of torque effect (actually caused by prop thrust on the rudder, not engine torque) will vary based on the angle of attack the plane has. With taller landing gear, the affect is made stronger as you try to pick up speed, once you get the plane level on the mains the amount goes down. If you jump up into the air and climb out steeply with full throttle it is once again very strong.

I have not had much problem with 109. The long tail moment seems to be a benifit. I very seldom use full throttle to take off which can also help. As for putting weight on the wingtip, I have never heard of that before and would think the affect it would have to nuetralize torque effect on take off would be minimal.