1985 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1952 MG TD
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 MG TD would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1952 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1952 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1952 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1952 MG TD | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | 75 | TD |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
