1952 MG YB vs. 1983 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1983 ZIL 4104 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 MG YB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 MG YB would be higher. At 7,689 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1952 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1952 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2275 kg more than 1952 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, 1983 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 MG YB | 1983 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | MG | ZIL |
| Model | YB | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1250 cc | 7689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3340 mm |
