1949 MG TD vs. 2004 Mini One
To start off, 2004 Mini One is newer by 55 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mini One weights approximately 164 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, 2004 Mini One, 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, 2004 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 2004 Mini One | |
| Make | MG | Mini |
| Model | TD | One |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |
