1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1957 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1957 GAZ M-20 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 1957 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Austin | GAZ |
Model | A 40 | M-20 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |