1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2004 GAZ 3111 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 141 kg more than 1949 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, 2004 GAZ 3111 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 90. 2004 GAZ 3111 has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GAZ 3111 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 90 | 2004 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | Austin | GAZ |
Model | A 90 | 3111 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 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 |