2007 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Freelander 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 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Freelander (109 HP @ 1750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 739 kg more than 1949 MG TD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 MG TD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2007 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Freelander | 1949 MG TD | |
| Make | Land Rover | MG |
| Model | Freelander | TD |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |
