1988 Citroen AX vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 39 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 MG TD (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 MG TD should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 MG TD weights approximately 126 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 MG TD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX, 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, 1949 MG TD (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 MG TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1949 MG TD | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | AX | TD |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
