2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto 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 Fiat Punto (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 MG TD weights approximately 6 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
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 Fiat Punto, 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 Fiat Punto (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1949 MG TD | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Punto | TD |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
