1948 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GAZ 3111 (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1948 Austin A 90. 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, 1999 GAZ 3111 (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 90 | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | Austin | GAZ |
Model | A 90 | 3111 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |