1949 MG TD vs. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1975 Sunbeam Chamois 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 1,250 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 MG TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 MG TD (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 MG TD should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 MG TD weights approximately 161 kg more than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1949 MG TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | MG | Sunbeam |
| Model | TD | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2090 mm |
