2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 58 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1949 MG TD | |
| Make | Kia | MG |
| Model | Rondo | TD |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
