1953 MG TD vs. 1962 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1962 Triumph Vitesse is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 MG TD would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1953 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1953 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 31 kg more than 1953 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, 1962 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1962 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 MG TD | 1962 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | MG | Triumph |
| Model | TD | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1249 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2330 mm |
