1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1956 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1958 Abarth 750 is newer by 2 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, 1958 Abarth 750 (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 750 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 920 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750.
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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 750 | 1956 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Abarth | GAZ |
Model | 750 | M-20 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |