1951 MG YB vs. 1969 Seat 1430
To start off, 1969 Seat 1430 is newer by 18 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 1,436 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1951 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1951 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 MG YB weights approximately 130 kg more than 1969 Seat 1430.
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, 1969 Seat 1430 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 MG YB | 1969 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | MG | Seat |
| Model | YB | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
