1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 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 109 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40.
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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | Austin | GAZ |
Model | A 40 | 3110 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 2692 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |