1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1949 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1953 Austin A 30 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1953 Austin A 30. 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, 1949 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1949 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 30 | 1949 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Austin | GAZ |
Model | A 30 | M-20 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1949 |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |