1950 MG TD vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 57 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1950 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1950 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1048 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
1950 MG TD | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | MG | SsangYong |
Model | TD | Kyron |
Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |