1953 MG YB vs. 1999 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 1999 Nissan Stagea is newer by 46 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Stagea (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1953 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 1953 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 370 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, 1999 Nissan Stagea (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
1953 MG YB | 1999 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | MG | Nissan |
Model | YB | Stagea |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |