2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 59 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, 2008 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 89 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 2008 Fiat Panda 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, 2008 Fiat Panda 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, 2008 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1949 MG TD | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Panda | TD |
| Year Released | 2008 | 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 | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |
