1956 Austin A 95 vs. 1958 GAZ M20
To start off, 1958 GAZ M20 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 95 (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 GAZ M20 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1956 Austin A 95.
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 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 95 | 1958 GAZ M20 | |
Make | Austin | GAZ |
Model | A 95 | M20 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |