1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1953 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 is newer by 17 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 2,119 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1953 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1953 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 374 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750.
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, 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1953 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GAZ |
| Model | 1750 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2119 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
