1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 2001 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2001 GAZ 3111 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600. 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 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600. 2001 GAZ 3111 has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GAZ 3111 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 2001 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Abarth | GAZ |
| Model | 1600 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
