1949 MG TD vs. 1990 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1990 Nissan Presea is newer by 41 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 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Presea (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Presea weights approximately 174 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.
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, 1990 Nissan Presea, 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, 1990 Nissan Presea (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 1990 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | TD | Presea |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
