1985 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1953 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 32 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1953 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1953 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 299 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1953 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GAZ |
| Model | Spider | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1960 cc | 2119 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
