1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1970 GAZ 24
To start off, 1970 GAZ 24 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 GAZ 24 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 GAZ 24 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ 24 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. 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, 1970 GAZ 24 (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ 24 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 70 | 1970 GAZ 24 | |
Make | Austin | GAZ |
Model | A 70 | 24 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |