1947 GAZ M20 vs. 1965 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1965 Lancia Flavia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 GAZ M20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1947 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1947 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 GAZ M20 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1965 Lancia Flavia.
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 GAZ M20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1947 GAZ M20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1947 GAZ M20 | 1965 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | GAZ | Lancia |
Model | M20 | Flavia |
Year Released | 1947 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |