1970 Abarth 595 vs. 1950 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1970 Abarth 595 is newer by 20 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, 1950 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1970 Abarth 595. 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, 1950 GAZ M-20 (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 595. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 595 | 1950 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Abarth | GAZ |
| Model | 595 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1950 |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
