1954 GAZ M-20 vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 1979 Fiat 131 is newer by 25 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 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat 131 (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1954 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat 131 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 250 kg more than 1979 Fiat 131.
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, 1979 Fiat 131 (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 GAZ M-20. 1979 Fiat 131 has automatic transmission and 1954 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1954 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Fiat 131 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 GAZ M-20 | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | GAZ | Fiat |
| Model | M-20 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
