1951 GAZ M-20 vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 31 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, 1982 Lancia Prisma (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma 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 412 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1951 GAZ M-20 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1951 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 GAZ M-20 | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | GAZ | Lancia |
| Model | M-20 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
