1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1950 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1956 Austin A 90 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 90 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1950 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1956 Austin A 90.
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, 1956 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 1950 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Austin | GAZ |
Model | A 90 | M-20 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1950 |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |