1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1952 MG TD
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 43 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 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1952 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1952 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 225 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1952 MG TD | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | RX-01 | TD |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
