1952 GAZ M-20 vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1960 Lancia Appia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1960 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1952 GAZ M-20 | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
Make | GAZ | Lancia |
Model | M-20 | Appia |
Year Released | 1952 | 1960 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |