1949 MG TD vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | TD | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3200 mm |
