1978 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1953 MG YB
To start off, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1953 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1953 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 600 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.
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, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria (353 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Crown Victoria | 1953 MG YB | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Crown Victoria | YB |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |
