1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1950 MG TD
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 22 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 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1950 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1950 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 145 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1950 MG TD | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | GT | TD |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2390 mm |
