1950 Citroen 15 vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 1950 Citroen 15 is newer by 1 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 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 15 weights approximately 450 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, 1950 Citroen 15, 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, 1950 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1950 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 1949 MG TD | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | 15 | TD |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2390 mm |
