1949 MG TD vs. 2005 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 56 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 732 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, 2005 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 2005 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | MG | Vauxhall |
| Model | TD | Omega |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2740 mm |
