1951 MG YB vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corona is newer by 22 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1951 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1951 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 50 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
1951 MG YB | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | MG | Toyota |
Model | YB | Corona |
Year Released | 1951 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |