1949 MG TD vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris 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 1,250 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 MG TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 MG TD weights approximately 46 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
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 Toyota Yaris, 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 Toyota Yaris (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
1949 MG TD | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | MG | Toyota |
Model | TD | Yaris |
Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1250 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |