1952 MG YB vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 31 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1952 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 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 175 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 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 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | YB | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
