1949 MG TD vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 51 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada 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.
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, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada, 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | MG | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TD | Verada |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2730 mm |
