1952 MG YB vs. 1973 Tatra T603
To start off, 1973 Tatra T603 is newer by 21 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 2,470 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1952 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1952 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Tatra T603 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1952 MG YB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 MG YB | 1973 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | MG | Tatra |
| Model | YB | T603 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
