1953 MG YB vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara is newer by 52 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 1,250 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 MG YB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton Juara (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1953 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Juara should accelerate faster than 1953 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 MG YB weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Proton Juara.
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, 2005 Proton Juara (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Proton Juara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 MG YB | 2005 Proton Juara | |
| Make | MG | Proton |
| Model | YB | Juara |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |
