1950 MG TD vs. 1980 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1980 Opel Commodore is newer by 30 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1950 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1950 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Commodore weights approximately 437 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, 1980 Opel Commodore (179 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 MG TD | 1980 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | TD | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
