1953 MG TD vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 57 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1953 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1953 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1155 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 MG TD | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | MG | Honda |
| Model | TD | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1249 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1778 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3000 mm |
