1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1973 ZIL 114
To start off, 1973 ZIL 114 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 ZIL 114 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 ZIL 114 weights approximately 2210 kg more than 1949 Austin A 40. 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, 1973 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1973 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 40 | 1973 ZIL 114 | |
Make | Austin | ZIL |
Model | A 40 | 114 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 6959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 3180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 6300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3770 mm |