2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 54 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, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 MG TD weights approximately 131 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1949 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 1949 MG TD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1949 MG TD | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MG |
| Model | Charade | TD |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
