1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1956 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 31 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, 1987 Ford Festiva (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva.
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, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 1956 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Festiva | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |
