1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1955 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1956 Fiat 1400 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1400. 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, 1956 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm). This means 1956 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 1955 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Fiat | GAZ |
| Model | 1400 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
