1949 MG TD vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 63 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Focus weights approximately 448 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, 2012 Ford Focus, 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, 2012 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | MG | Ford |
| Model | TD | Focus |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2649 mm |
