1950 MG TD vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 24 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 MG TD (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 MG TD should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1950 MG TD.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 MG TD | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | MG | Simca |
| Model | TD | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
