1949 MG TD vs. 1987 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1987 Nissan Micra is newer by 38 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 4 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 MG TD should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 MG TD weights approximately 211 kg more than 1987 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 MG TD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 MG TD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Micra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1949 MG TD (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1949 MG TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 1987 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | TD | Micra |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2310 mm |
