1959 Abarth 600 vs. 1951 MG YB
To start off, 1959 Abarth 600 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 MG YB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 MG YB would be higher. At 1,250 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 MG YB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 MG YB (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 MG YB should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 MG YB weights approximately 475 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. 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, 1951 MG YB (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 MG YB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 600 | 1951 MG YB | |
| Make | Abarth | MG |
| Model | 600 | YB |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
