1949 MG TD vs. 1988 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1988 Zastava Yugo is newer by 39 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Zastava Yugo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Zastava Yugo (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Zastava Yugo should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 MG TD weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Zastava Yugo.
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, 1988 Zastava Yugo, 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, 1988 Zastava Yugo (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Zastava Yugo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 1988 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | MG | Zastava |
| Model | TD | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2160 mm |
