1951 GAZ M-20 vs. 1963 Simca 1500
To start off, 1963 Simca 1500 is newer by 12 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 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Simca 1500 (68 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Simca 1500 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 464 kg more than 1963 Simca 1500.
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 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1500. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1951 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1951 GAZ M-20 | 1963 Simca 1500 | |
Make | GAZ | Simca |
Model | M-20 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |