1949 MG TD vs. 1996 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 47 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 840 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, 1996 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 1996 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 1996 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | MG | Volkswagen |
| Model | TD | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2840 mm |
