1949 MG TD vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1992 Opel Calibra is newer by 43 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 314 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, 1992 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | TD | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
