1952 MG TD vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1996 Opel Corsa is newer by 44 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 1,250 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 MG TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 MG TD (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 MG TD should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Corsa weights approximately 105 kg more than 1952 MG TD.
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, 1996 Opel Corsa, 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, 1952 MG TD (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (83 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1952 MG TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 MG TD | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | TD | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
