1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1954 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1958 Austin A 35 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1954 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Austin | GAZ |
| Model | A 35 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
