1951 GAZ M-20 vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1962 Holden FB Special is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1951 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1962 Holden FB Special.
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, 1962 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1951 GAZ M-20 | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
Make | GAZ | Holden |
Model | M-20 | FB Special |
Year Released | 1951 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |