1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1953 MG YB
To start off, 1968 Abarth 1300 is newer by 15 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 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1953 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1953 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 MG YB weights approximately 390 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
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, 1968 Abarth 1300 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1953 MG YB | |
| Make | Abarth | MG |
| Model | 1300 | YB |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2520 mm |
