1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1952 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1959 Ford Anglia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 722 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. 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, 1952 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1952 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 1952 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | Anglia | M-20 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1952 |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |