1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1952 MG YB
To start off, 1960 Abarth Coupe is newer by 8 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 1,250 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 MG YB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth Coupe (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1952 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth Coupe should accelerate faster than 1952 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 MG YB weights approximately 470 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
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, 1952 MG YB (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1952 MG YB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 1952 MG YB | |
| Make | Abarth | MG |
| Model | Coupe | YB |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 784 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
