1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2002 GAZ 3111 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1961 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, 2002 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 2002 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Austin | GAZ |
| Model | A 40 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2810 mm |
