1952 MG YB vs. 1991 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 39 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1952 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1952 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 MG YB weights approximately 140 kg more than 1991 Morgan Plus 4.
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, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 MG YB | 1991 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | MG | Morgan |
| Model | YB | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
