1950 MG TD vs. 1971 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1971 Opel Kadett is newer by 21 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 MG TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Kadett (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1950 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1950 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 MG TD weights approximately 115 kg more than 1971 Opel Kadett.
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, 1971 Opel Kadett (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 MG TD | 1971 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | TD | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |
