1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1970 GAZ 24
To start off, 1970 GAZ 24 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 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 44 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 GAZ 24 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ 24 weights approximately 368 kg more than 1953 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, 1970 GAZ 24 (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ 24 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1970 GAZ 24 | |
Make | Austin | GAZ |
Model | A 40 | 24 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |