1949 MG TD vs. 1971 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1971 Triumph Toledo 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Triumph Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph Toledo (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph Toledo should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph Toledo weights approximately 9 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, 1971 Triumph Toledo (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 1971 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | MG | Triumph |
| Model | TD | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
