1949 MG TD vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cherry is newer by 23 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, 1949 MG TD (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 MG TD should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 MG TD weights approximately 196 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 MG TD (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 MG TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | TD | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2340 mm |
