1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1954 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1968 Abarth 1300 is newer by 14 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, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1954 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 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 830 kg more than 1968 Abarth 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, 1968 Abarth 1300 (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1954 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Abarth | GAZ |
| Model | 1300 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2710 mm |
