1946 Austin 16 vs. 1951 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1951 GAZ M-20 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1951 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1946 Austin 16.
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, 1946 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1946 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 1951 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Austin | GAZ |
Model | 16 | M-20 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1951 |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |