1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1971 GAZ 24
To start off, 1971 GAZ 24 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,111 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 GAZ 24 (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 GAZ 24 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 GAZ 24 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1957 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, 1971 GAZ 24 (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1971 GAZ 24 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 40 | 1971 GAZ 24 | |
| Make | Austin | GAZ |
| Model | A 40 | 24 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2111 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
