1952 MG YB vs. 1982 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1982 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 30 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 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Pontiac 1000 (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1952 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Pontiac 1000 should accelerate faster than 1952 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 MG YB weights approximately 40 kg more than 1982 Pontiac 1000.
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, 1982 Pontiac 1000 (99 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Pontiac 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 MG YB | 1982 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | MG | Pontiac |
| Model | YB | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |
