1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1951 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1951 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 1951 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1951 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1951 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GAZ |
| Model | Spider | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
