1957 GAZ M-20 vs. 1963 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1963 Triumph Vitesse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1957 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1963 Triumph Vitesse.
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, both vehicles can yield 125 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 GAZ M-20 | 1963 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | GAZ | Triumph |
| Model | M-20 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
