1951 Austin A 90 vs. 1947 GAZ M20
To start off, 1951 Austin A 90 is newer by 4 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 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1947 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1947 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 GAZ M20 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1951 Austin A 90.
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 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 90 | 1947 GAZ M20 | |
| Make | Austin | GAZ |
| Model | A 90 | M20 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1947 |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
