1949 MG TD vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 53 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MG TF (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MG TF weights approximately 244 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, 2002 MG TF (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | MG | MG |
| Model | TD | TF |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2380 mm |
