1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 1976 Seat 131
To start off, 1976 Seat 131 is newer by 30 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 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Seat 131 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Seat 131 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 480 kg more than 1976 Seat 131.
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, 1976 Seat 131 (178 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Seat 131 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 | 1976 Seat 131 | |
Make | GAZ | Seat |
Model | M-20 | 131 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |