1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1950 MG TD
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 MG TD would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 (182 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1950 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1950 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1950 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 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1950 MG TD | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | 190 | TD |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
