1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1957 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1959 Fiat 1500 is newer by 2 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, 1959 Fiat 1500 (80 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 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 470 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 1957 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 1957 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Fiat | GAZ |
Model | 1500 | M-20 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |