1996 Honda Civic vs. 1952 MG TD
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 44 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1952 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1952 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 335 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.
Because 1952 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 1952 MG TD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic, 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, 1996 Honda Civic (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1952 MG TD | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Civic | TD |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
