1968 Ford Escort vs. 1952 MG YB
To start off, 1968 Ford Escort is newer by 16 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1952 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1952 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 MG YB weights approximately 255 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
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 Ford Escort (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1952 MG YB | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Escort | YB |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
