1960 Austin A 40 vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 1960 Austin A 40 is newer by 11 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 1,250 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 MG TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 MG TD (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 MG TD should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 MG TD weights approximately 116 kg more than 1960 Austin A 40. 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, 1949 MG TD (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1949 MG TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 40 | 1949 MG TD | |
Make | Austin | MG |
Model | A 40 | TD |
Year Released | 1960 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1250 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2390 mm |