1953 MG YB vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 58 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1953 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1953 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 390 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.
Because 1953 MG YB is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 MG YB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 MG YB | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | MG | Mitsubishi |
| Model | YB | Colt |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
