1971 Ford GT 70 vs. 1951 MG YB
To start off, 1971 Ford GT 70 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 MG YB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 MG YB would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 70 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1951 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 70 should accelerate faster than 1951 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 MG YB weights approximately 295 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 70.
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, 1971 Ford GT 70 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Ford GT 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 70 | 1951 MG YB | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | GT 70 | YB |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2520 mm |
