1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1953 MG YB
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1953 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1953 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 270 kg more than 1953 MG YB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1953 MG YB | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | Spider | YB |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
