1955 Abarth 208 vs. 1955 GAZ M-20
To start off, both 1955 Abarth 208 and 1955 GAZ M-20 were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Abarth 208 (65 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1955 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Abarth 208 should accelerate faster than 1955 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1955 Abarth 208.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 208 | 1955 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Abarth | GAZ |
| Model | 208 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2710 mm |
