1953 GAZ M-20 vs. 1971 Morris Minor
To start off, 1971 Morris Minor is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,119 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1971 Morris Minor. 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, 1953 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 GAZ M-20 | 1971 Morris Minor | |
| Make | GAZ | Morris |
| Model | M-20 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2119 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
