1953 MG TD vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Cordoba (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1953 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1953 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 215 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 Seat Cordoba, 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 Seat Cordoba (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 MG TD | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | MG | Seat |
| Model | TD | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1249 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
