1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1955 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1955 GAZ M-20 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1955 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1955 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1951 Alvis TA 21.
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, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1955 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Alvis | GAZ |
| Model | TA 21 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
