1951 MG YB vs. 1971 Toyota Century
To start off, 1971 Toyota Century is newer by 20 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 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Century (128 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1951 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1951 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Century weights approximately 640 kg more than 1951 MG YB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 MG YB | 1971 Toyota Century | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | YB | Century |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2870 mm |
