1949 MG TD vs. 2010 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 107 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 107 (54 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 107 should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 MG TD weights approximately 86 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 107.
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, 2010 Peugeot 107, 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, 2010 Peugeot 107 (130 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 2010 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | MG | Peugeot |
| Model | TD | 107 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 130 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 | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2340 mm |
