1949 MG TD vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1975 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 26 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 2,292 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 288 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, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | MG | Mazda |
| Model | TD | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
