1949 MG TD vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1977 Opel Monza is newer by 28 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 MG TD weights approximately 86 kg more than 1977 Opel Monza.
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, 1977 Opel Monza (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | TD | Monza |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2670 mm |
