2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1955 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 51 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 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 580 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1955 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo 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 225 kg more than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Because 1955 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 1955 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1955 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Fiat | GAZ |
| Model | Stilo | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 580 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
