1952 MG YB vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 61 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 2,013 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 1952 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1952 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1530 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 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 MG YB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 MG YB | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | MG | Land Rover |
| Model | YB | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 2013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2158 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2745 mm |
