1956 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 1956 Lancia Aurelia is newer by 7 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 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 339 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Aurelia | 1949 MG TD | |
| Make | Lancia | MG |
| Model | Aurelia | TD |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
