1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1953 MG TD
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 23 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 MG TD (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 MG TD should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 270 kg more than 1953 MG TD.
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 Taunus (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 1953 MG TD | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Taunus | TD |
Year Released | 1976 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1249 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2390 mm |