1953 GAZ M-20 vs. 1974 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1974 Lancia Stratos is newer by 21 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 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1953 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1953 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1974 Lancia Stratos.
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, 1974 Lancia Stratos (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 GAZ M-20 | 1974 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | GAZ | Lancia |
| Model | M-20 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2119 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
