1976 Austin Allegro vs. 1946 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1976 Austin Allegro is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1976 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1976 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 GAZ M-20 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1946 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1946 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1946 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Austin Allegro | 1946 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Austin | GAZ |
| Model | Allegro | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1946 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
