1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1952 MG YB
To start off, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 MG YB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 MG YB would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1952 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1952 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 MG YB weights approximately 115 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey 100.
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, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 1952 MG YB | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | MG |
| Model | 100 | YB |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
