1949 MG TD vs. 1954 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1954 Simca Aronde is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 MG TD would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Simca Aronde (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Simca Aronde weights approximately 84 kg more than 1949 MG TD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1954 Simca Aronde (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1954 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 1954 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | MG | Simca |
| Model | TD | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
