1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1953 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1959 Ford Prefect is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,119 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. 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, 1953 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1953 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 1953 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Prefect | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2119 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |
