1953 GAZ M-20 vs. 2005 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 52 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, 2005 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1953 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 4 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 580 kg more than 2005 Morgan 4.
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, 2005 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 4 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 | 2005 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | GAZ | Morgan |
| Model | M-20 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2119 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
