1953 MG YB vs. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 57 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1953 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1953 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 65 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, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 MG YB | 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | MG | Mazda |
| Model | YB | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2329 mm |
