1952 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1971 GAZ 24
To start off, 1971 GAZ 24 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin-Healey 100 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 GAZ 24. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1971 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 GAZ 24 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1952 Austin-Healey 100.
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, 1952 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 GAZ 24. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey 100 | 1971 GAZ 24 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | GAZ |
| Model | 100 | 24 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2111 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
