1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1958 GAZ M20
To start off, 1961 Fiat 1300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 GAZ M20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 1300 (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 GAZ M20 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300.
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, 1958 GAZ M20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 GAZ M20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 1958 GAZ M20 | |
Make | Fiat | GAZ |
Model | 1300 | M20 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |