1949 MG TD vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 64 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1024 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | TD | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3030 mm |
