1952 MG YB vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1971 Toyota Corolla is newer by 19 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 1,250 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 MG YB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corolla (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1952 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1952 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 MG YB weights approximately 350 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1971 Toyota Corolla (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 MG YB | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | YB | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
