1953 MG YB vs. 1980 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1980 Nissan Silvia is newer by 27 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1953 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1953 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 MG YB weights approximately 50 kg more than 1980 Nissan Silvia.
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, 1980 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 MG YB | 1980 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | YB | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
