1978 Fiat 126 vs. 1953 MG YB
To start off, 1978 Fiat 126 is newer by 25 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 1,250 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 MG YB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 MG YB (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 MG YB should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 MG YB weights approximately 475 kg more than 1978 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1953 MG YB (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 MG YB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 126 | 1953 MG YB | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 126 | YB |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |
