1947 Austin A 110 vs. 1954 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1954 GAZ M-20 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Austin A 110 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1954 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1954 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin A 110 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1954 GAZ M-20. 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, 1947 Austin A 110 (287 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm). This means 1947 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin A 110 | 1954 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Austin | GAZ |
| Model | A 110 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
