1951 MG YB vs. 1977 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1977 Nissan Violet is newer by 26 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Violet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1951 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1951 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 MG YB weights approximately 185 kg more than 1977 Nissan Violet.
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, 1977 Nissan Violet (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 MG YB | 1977 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | YB | Violet |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
