1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1953 MG TD
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 MG TD would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1953 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1953 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1953 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1953 MG TD | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Express | TD |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2390 mm |
