1949 MG TD vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 709 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | MG | Xedos |
| Model | TD | 9 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2760 mm |
