1979 Holden GTS vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 1979 Holden GTS is newer by 30 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden GTS weights approximately 599 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, 1979 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden GTS | 1949 MG TD | |
| Make | Holden | MG |
| Model | GTS | TD |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
