1952 MG YB vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 59 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1952 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1952 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 272 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.
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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
1952 MG YB | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | MG | Toyota |
Model | YB | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 1250 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3240 mm |