1992 Honda Accord vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 1992 Honda Accord is newer by 43 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 534 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.
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, 1992 Honda Accord, 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, 1992 Honda Accord (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Accord | 1949 MG TD | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Accord | TD |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
