1957 Fiat 500 vs. 1953 MG YB
To start off, 1957 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 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, 1953 MG YB (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 MG YB should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 MG YB weights approximately 590 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. 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, 1953 MG YB (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1953 MG YB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 500 | 1953 MG YB | |
Make | Fiat | MG |
Model | 500 | YB |
Year Released | 1957 | 1953 |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1250 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |