1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1953 MG YB
To start off, 1959 Fiat 1500 is newer by 6 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 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1953 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1953 MG YB.
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, 1959 Fiat 1500 (109 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG YB. (79 Nm). This means 1959 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1953 MG YB | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 1500 | YB |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
