1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 1958 Holden FE
To start off, 1958 Holden FE is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Holden FE (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Holden FE should accelerate faster than 1946 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1958 Holden FE.
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, 1958 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1958 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 GAZ M-20 | 1958 Holden FE | |
| Make | GAZ | Holden |
| Model | M-20 | FE |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
