1949 MG TD vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i40 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 699 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 Hyundai i40, 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 Hyundai i40 (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | MG | Hyundai |
| Model | TD | i40 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2770 mm |
