I owned a 1953 MG TD for over 20 years, and apart from having an underpowered 1250cc engine, it was a better car in every way
What, compared to your 201x +4? That's really quite some claim, to be frank.
Did it really have superior handling, roadholding, brakes, suspension, transmission and ergonomics compared to your car? To be honest, I'm suspecting a touch of the old rose-tinted specs here mate.