1950 MG TD vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 MG TD would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1950 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1950 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1950 MG TD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
1950 MG TD | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | MG | Alfa Romeo |
Model | TD | 2600 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1961 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |