1957 GAZ M-20 vs. 1990 Morgan 4
To start off, 1990 Morgan 4 is newer by 33 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, 1990 Morgan 4 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan 4 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 595 kg more than 1990 Morgan 4.
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, 1990 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 GAZ M-20 | 1990 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | GAZ | Morgan |
| Model | M-20 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
