1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 1961 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1961 Triumph TR4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,136 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Triumph TR4 (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1946 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 494 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR4.
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, 1961 Triumph TR4 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1961 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 GAZ M-20 | 1961 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | GAZ | Triumph |
| Model | M-20 | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2240 mm |
