1952 MG YB vs. 1970 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1970 Opel Ascona is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 MG YB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 MG YB would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Ascona (80 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1952 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1952 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 MG YB weights approximately 135 kg more than 1970 Opel Ascona.
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, 1970 Opel Ascona (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
1952 MG YB | 1970 Opel Ascona | |
Make | MG | Opel |
Model | YB | Ascona |
Year Released | 1952 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |