1953 MG YB vs. 1979 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1979 Opel Ascona is newer by 26 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 2,408 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Ascona (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1953 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1953 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Opel Ascona weights approximately 22 kg more than 1953 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, 1979 Opel Ascona (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 MG YB | 1979 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | YB | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 2408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
