1953 MG YB vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent is newer by 59 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1953 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1953 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 42 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, 2012 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2012 Hyundai Accent (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 MG YB | 2012 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | MG | Hyundai |
| Model | YB | Accent |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4115 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
