1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2001 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2001 GAZ 3110 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1955 Austin A 90. 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, 2001 GAZ 3110 (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 90 | 2001 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | Austin | GAZ |
Model | A 90 | 3110 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |