1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1956 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1956 GAZ M-20 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 70 kg more than 1956 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1956 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | GAZ |
| Model | Tickford | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
