1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1955 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1977 Fiat 132 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 132 (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1955 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1955 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1977 Fiat 132.
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, 1977 Fiat 132 (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 1955 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Fiat | GAZ |
| Model | 132 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
