1949 MG TD vs. 1980 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1980 ZIL 4104 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 MG TD would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2459 kg more than 1949 MG TD. 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, 1980 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 MG TD | 1980 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | MG | ZIL |
| Model | TD | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3340 mm |
