1949 MG TD vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 56 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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 554 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 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | MG | Subaru |
| Model | TD | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
