2003 Lotus Exige vs. 1953 MG YB
To start off, 2003 Lotus Exige is newer by 50 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Exige (175 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1953 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1953 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 MG YB weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Lotus Exige.
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, 2003 Lotus Exige (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lotus Exige | 1953 MG YB | |
| Make | Lotus | MG |
| Model | Exige | YB |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
