1951 MG YB vs. 1964 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1964 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 13 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 1,250 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 MG YB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1951 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1951 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 MG YB weights approximately 355 kg more than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
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, 1964 Triumph Spitfire (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 MG YB | 1964 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | MG | Triumph |
| Model | YB | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
