1968 Ford 17 vs. 1950 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1968 Ford 17 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1950 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1968 Ford 17.
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 Ford 17 (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1950 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | 17 | M-20 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1950 |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |