1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 MG TD would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 654 kg more than 1949 MG TD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1949 MG TD | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | MG |
| Model | Tickford | TD |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1949 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |
