1949 MG TD vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 46 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 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Serena (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 634 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Nissan Serena (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | TD | Serena |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 2283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2740 mm |
