1949 MG TD vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 62 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Bantam weights approximately 108 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, 2011 Ford Bantam, 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, 2011 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | MG | Ford |
| Model | TD | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2670 mm |
