1951 MG YB vs. 1957 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1957 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 MG YB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 MG YB would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Morgan Plus 4 (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1951 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1951 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 MG YB weights approximately 220 kg more than 1957 Morgan Plus 4.
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, 1957 Morgan Plus 4 (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
1951 MG YB | 1957 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | MG | Morgan |
Model | YB | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |