1953 Fiat 1900 vs. 1956 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1956 GAZ M-20 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Fiat 1900 (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Fiat 1900 should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1900.
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, 1953 Fiat 1900 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1953 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1900 | 1956 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Fiat | GAZ |
Model | 1900 | M-20 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |