1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1953 MG TD
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 31 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1953 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1953 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 MG TD weights approximately 5 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Because 1953 MG TD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 MG TD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1953 MG TD | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | Visa | TD |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
