1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1953 MG YB
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 10 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 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1953 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1953 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 MG YB weights approximately 90 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1953 MG YB | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | Giulia | YB |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
