1950 MG TD vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 58 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 623 kg more than 1950 MG TD.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 MG TD | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | MG | Volkswagen |
| Model | TD | Touran |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
