1951 MG YB vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 62 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1951 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1951 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 840 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 MG YB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 MG YB | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | YB | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1781 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3570 mm |
