1952 MG TD vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1990 Toyota Starlet is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 MG TD would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Starlet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1952 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1952 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 MG TD weights approximately 65 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Because 1952 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 1952 MG TD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet, 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, 1990 Toyota Starlet (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
1952 MG TD | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | MG | Toyota |
Model | TD | Starlet |
Year Released | 1952 | 1990 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2310 mm |