1947 Austin 16 vs. 1971 GAZ 24
To start off, 1971 GAZ 24 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1971 GAZ 24. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1971 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 GAZ 24 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1947 Austin 16.
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, 1947 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 GAZ 24. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1947 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1971 GAZ 24 | |
| Make | Austin | GAZ |
| Model | 16 | 24 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2111 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
