1996 Honda Today vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 47 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 1,250 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 MG TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 MG TD (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 MG TD should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 MG TD weights approximately 166 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 MG TD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1949 MG TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1949 MG TD | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Today | TD |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
