1949 MG TD vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 30 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, 1979 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 124 weights approximately 54 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | MG | Seat |
| Model | TD | 124 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |
