1953 MG TD vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 60 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), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1953 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1953 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1085 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 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 MG TD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 MG TD | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | TD | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| 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 | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2790 mm |
