1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V vs. 1953 MG YB
To start off, 1953 MG YB is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 MG YB (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 MG YB should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V weights approximately 74 kg more than 1953 MG YB.
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, 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | 1953 MG YB | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | 170 V | YB |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
