1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1956 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1957 Fiat 1200 is newer by 1 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, 1957 Fiat 1200 (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fiat 1200 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 540 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200.
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, 1956 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1200 | 1956 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Fiat | GAZ |
Model | 1200 | M-20 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |