1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1946 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1950 Austin A 40 is newer by 4 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, 1946 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 494 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. 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, 1946 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1946 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 1946 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Austin | GAZ |
Model | A 40 | M-20 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1946 |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |