1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1956 GAZ M-20 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900.
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, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm). This means 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 GAZ M-20 | 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | GAZ | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | M-20 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
