1970 Ford Corsair vs. 1957 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1970 Ford Corsair is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Corsair (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1957 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair.
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, 1957 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1957 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 1957 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Corsair | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
