1952 MG YB vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 58 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 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1952 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1952 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Insight weights approximately 177 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.
Because 1952 MG YB is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 MG YB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 MG YB | 2010 Honda Insight | |
| Make | MG | Honda |
| Model | YB | Insight |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1237 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
