1955 GAZ M-20 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1955 GAZ M-20 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Rover P4 (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1955 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rover P4 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 70 kg more than 1954 Rover P4.
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, 1954 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 GAZ M-20 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | GAZ | Rover |
| Model | M-20 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
