1952 Fiat 8V vs. 1971 GAZ 24
To start off, 1971 GAZ 24 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 2,111 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Fiat 8V (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 GAZ 24. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Fiat 8V should accelerate faster than 1971 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 GAZ 24 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1952 Fiat 8V.
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, 1952 Fiat 8V (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 GAZ 24. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1952 Fiat 8V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 8V | 1971 GAZ 24 | |
| Make | Fiat | GAZ |
| Model | 8V | 24 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2111 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
