1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 28 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 3,479 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 40 kg more than 1956 GAZ M-20. 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, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa 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 | 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | GAZ | Lamborghini |
| Model | M-20 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 3479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
