1948 Austin 16 vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1948 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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin 16 | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | Austin | GAZ |
Model | 16 | 3110 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2464 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |