1949 MG TD vs. 1975 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1975 Sunbeam Alpine 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 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Sunbeam Alpine (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 134 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 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 1975 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | MG | Sunbeam |
| Model | TD | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
