1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1953 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1969 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1953 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1953 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 435 kg more than 1953 GAZ M-20. 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, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Impala | 1953 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
| Model | Impala | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2119 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
