1953 MG TD vs. 1995 Toyota Century
To start off, 1995 Toyota Century is newer by 42 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1953 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1953 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Century weights approximately 925 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, 1995 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
1953 MG TD | 1995 Toyota Century | |
Make | MG | Toyota |
Model | TD | Century |
Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1249 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 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 | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2870 mm |