1953 MG YB vs. 1974 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1974 Nissan Violet is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 MG YB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 MG YB would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Violet (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1953 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1953 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 MG YB weights approximately 120 kg more than 1974 Nissan Violet.
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, 1974 Nissan Violet (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 MG YB | 1974 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | YB | Violet |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
