1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 1952 Austin A 40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 MG TD would be higher. At 1,250 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 MG TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 MG TD (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 MG TD should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1949 MG TD.
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, 1949 MG TD (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 MG TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 1949 MG TD | |
Make | Austin | MG |
Model | A 40 | TD |
Year Released | 1952 | 1949 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1250 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2390 mm |