1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1954 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1961 Fiat 2300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1954 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1954 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300.
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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1954 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Fiat | GAZ |
| Model | 2300 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
