1949 MG TD vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 49 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 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 609 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, 1998 Rover 75, 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, 1998 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | MG | Rover |
| Model | TD | 75 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |
