1956 Fiat 600 vs. 1950 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1956 Fiat 600 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 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1956 Fiat 600. 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, 1950 GAZ M-20 (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 600 | 1950 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Fiat | GAZ |
Model | 600 | M-20 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1950 |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |