1949 MG TD vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 59 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 554 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, 2008 Seat Altea, 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, 2008 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
1949 MG TD | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | MG | Seat |
Model | TD | Altea |
Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2590 mm |