1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1952 MG TD
To start off, 1959 Fiat 1500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 MG TD would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (80 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1952 MG TD. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1952 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1952 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, 1959 Fiat 1500 (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 1952 MG TD | |
Make | Fiat | MG |
Model | 1500 | TD |
Year Released | 1959 | 1952 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1250 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |