1954 GAZ M-20 vs. 1957 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1957 Talbot 2500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Talbot 2500 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1954 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 1954 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1957 Talbot 2500.
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, 1957 Talbot 2500 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1957 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1954 GAZ M-20 | 1957 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | GAZ | Talbot |
Model | M-20 | 2500 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |