1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1953 MG TD
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Charger is newer by 20 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1953 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1953 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 455 kg more than 1953 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1953 MG TD | |
| Make | Chrysler | MG |
| Model | Charger | TD |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2390 mm |
