1951 MG YB vs. 1976 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1976 Triumph Stag is newer by 25 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 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Triumph Stag (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1951 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 1951 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Triumph Stag weights approximately 150 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, 1976 Triumph Stag (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 MG YB | 1976 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | MG | Triumph |
| Model | YB | Stag |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
