1953 MG TD vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 54 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 (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1953 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1953 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 360 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.
Because 1953 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 1953 MG TD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper, 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 MG TD | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | MG | Mini |
| Model | TD | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1249 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
