1976 Ford Fiesta vs. 1956 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1976 Ford Fiesta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1956 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fiesta | 1956 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Fiesta | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
