1959 Holden FC vs. 1951 MG YB
To start off, 1959 Holden FC 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 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Holden FC (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1951 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Holden FC should accelerate faster than 1951 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 MG YB weights approximately 76 kg more than 1959 Holden FC.
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 Holden FC (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FC | 1951 MG YB | |
| Make | Holden | MG |
| Model | FC | YB |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
