1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 45 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 704 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.
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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Fairlane | 1949 MG TD | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Fairlane | TD |
Year Released | 1994 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1250 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2390 mm |