1949 MG TD vs. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 754 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, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
1949 MG TD | 2004 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | MG | SsangYong |
Model | TD | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1250 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2910 mm |