1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 1971 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1971 Lancia Stratos is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos 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 480 kg more than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
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, 1971 Lancia Stratos (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Lancia Stratos 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 | 1971 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | GAZ | Lancia |
| Model | M-20 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2170 mm |
