1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1957 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1957 GAZ M-20 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. 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, 1957 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1957 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Austin | GAZ |
Model | A 40 | M-20 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |