1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1956 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1967 Austin A 40 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. 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, 1956 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin A 40 | 1956 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Austin | GAZ |
Model | A 40 | M-20 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |