1983 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1957 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 (202 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1957 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037.
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, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 (238 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1957 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Abarth | GAZ |
| Model | Lancia 037 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
