1949 MG TD vs. 1971 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1971 Simca 1200S is newer by 22 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 1,250 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 MG TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Simca 1200S (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 MG TD weights approximately 21 kg more than 1971 Simca 1200S.
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, 1971 Simca 1200S (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 1971 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | MG | Simca |
| Model | TD | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2240 mm |
