1950 MG TD vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Neon is newer by 43 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1950 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1950 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 234 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.
Because 1950 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 1950 MG TD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon, 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, 1993 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 MG TD | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | MG | Plymouth |
| Model | TD | Neon |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |
