1969 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1952 MG TD
To start off, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 17 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 1,250 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 MG TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1952 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1952 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 MG TD weights approximately 190 kg more than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte.
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, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 Daihatsu Consorte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Daihatsu Consorte | 1952 MG TD | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MG |
| Model | Consorte | TD |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 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 | 685 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2390 mm |
