1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1956 GAZ M-20 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lancia Aurelia 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 327 kg more than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
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, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia 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 | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | GAZ | Lancia |
| Model | M-20 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
