1949 MG TD vs. 1969 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1969 Opel Commodore is newer by 20 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Commodore (158 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Commodore weights approximately 324 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, 1969 Opel Commodore (233 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 1969 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | TD | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2670 mm |
