1952 MG YB vs. 1980 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1980 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 28 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 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Vauxhall Chevette (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1952 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1952 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 MG YB weights approximately 205 kg more than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette.
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, 1980 Vauxhall Chevette (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 MG YB | 1980 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | MG | Vauxhall |
| Model | YB | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |
