1949 MG TD vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 58 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 2,462 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Commercial (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 4634 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, 2007 Nissan Commercial, 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, 2007 Nissan Commercial (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | TD | Commercial |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 5510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3580 mm |
