1950 Holden FX vs. 1951 MG YB
To start off, 1951 MG YB is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Holden FX (51 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1951 MG YB. (45 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Holden FX should accelerate faster than 1951 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 MG YB weights approximately 90 kg more than 1950 Holden FX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1950 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1950 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 1951 MG YB | |
| Make | Holden | MG |
| Model | FX | YB |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 45 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
