1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GAZ 3111 (168 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 534 kg more than 1950 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, 1999 GAZ 3111 (270 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | Austin | GAZ |
Model | A 40 | 3111 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3380 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |