1962 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1954 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet is newer by 8 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 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1954 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet 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 570 kg more than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet.
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, 1954 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat Cabriolet | 1954 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Fiat | GAZ |
Model | Cabriolet | M-20 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1954 |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |