1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 1975 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1975 Toyota Carina is newer by 19 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, 1975 Toyota Carina (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Carina 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 510 kg more than 1975 Toyota Carina.
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, 1975 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Carina 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 | 1975 Toyota Carina | |
Make | GAZ | Toyota |
Model | M-20 | Carina |
Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |