1953 MG TD vs. 1984 Morgan 4
To start off, 1984 Morgan 4 is newer by 31 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1953 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1953 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 MG TD weights approximately 50 kg more than 1984 Morgan 4.
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, 1984 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
1953 MG TD | 1984 Morgan 4 | |
Make | MG | Morgan |
Model | TD | 4 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1249 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |