1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1953 MG TD
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 MG TD would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1953 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1953 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 MG TD weights approximately 130 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1953 MG TD | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | Giulia | TD |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2390 mm |
