1950 GAZ M-20 vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1987 Lancia Prisma is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Prisma (112 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1950 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1950 GAZ M-20 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Lancia Prisma (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 GAZ M-20 | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | GAZ | Lancia |
| Model | M-20 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
