1949 MG TD vs. 1994 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1994 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 45 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 204 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, 1994 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 1994 Nissan Pulsar (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 1994 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | TD | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
