1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1956 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1959 Austin A 99 is newer by 3 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 99 (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1956 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 99 | 1956 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Austin | GAZ |
Model | A 99 | M-20 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |