1949 MG TD vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 61 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1832 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 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 MG TD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
1949 MG TD | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | MG | Land Rover |
Model | TD | Freelander |
Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1250 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2670 mm |