1949 MG TD vs. 2011 Opel Combo
To start off, 2011 Opel Combo 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD.
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 Opel Combo, 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 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 2011 Opel Combo | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | TD | Combo |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |
