1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1950 MG TD
To start off, 1961 Fiat 1300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 MG TD would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 1300 (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1950 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1950 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1950 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, 1961 Fiat 1300 (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 1950 MG TD | |
Make | Fiat | MG |
Model | 1300 | TD |
Year Released | 1961 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 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 | 960 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |