1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,692 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | Austin | GAZ |
| Model | A 70 | 3110 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
