1949 MG TD vs. 1967 Simca 1501
To start off, 1967 Simca 1501 is newer by 18 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 1,473 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Simca 1501 (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1501 should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Simca 1501 weights approximately 142 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, 1967 Simca 1501 (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 1967 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | MG | Simca |
| Model | TD | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
