1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1958 GAZ M20
To start off, 1958 GAZ M20 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 70 kg more than 1958 GAZ M20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1958 GAZ M20 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | GAZ |
Model | Tickford | M20 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |