1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 12 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 MG TD (53 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1949 MG TD should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 MG TD weights approximately 1 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1949 MG TD | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
Model | Giulietta | TD |
Year Released | 1961 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1250 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2390 mm |