2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 1949 Holden FX
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GAZ 3111 (148 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1949 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1949 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1949 Holden FX. 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, 2000 GAZ 3111 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GAZ 3111 | 1949 Holden FX | |
| Make | GAZ | Holden |
| Model | 3111 | FX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
