1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1953 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1953 GAZ M-20 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1953 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1953 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1951 Austin A 70.
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 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 1953 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Austin | GAZ |
Model | A 70 | M-20 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1953 |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2119 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |