1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 MG TD would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 159 kg more than 1949 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1949 MG TD | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Cortina | TD |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2390 mm |
