1951 MG YB vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 27 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 1,250 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 MG YB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 MG YB (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 MG YB should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 MG YB weights approximately 290 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 MG YB (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 MG YB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 MG YB | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | YB | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |
