2006 Mercury Milan vs. 1950 MG TD
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 MG TD would be higher. At 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1950 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1950 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1141 kg more than 1950 MG TD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 MG TD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Milan | 1950 MG TD | |
| Make | Mercury | MG |
| Model | Milan | TD |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
