1973 Fiat 126 vs. 1953 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1973 Fiat 126 is newer by 20 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, 1953 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. 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, 1953 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1953 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 126 | 1953 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Fiat | GAZ |
| Model | 126 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2119 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
