1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1951 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (64 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1951 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 546 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 1951 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1951 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GAZ |
Model | Giulietta | M-20 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1951 |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |