1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 1981 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 1981 Lancia Trevi is newer by 35 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 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Trevi (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Trevi 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 315 kg more than 1981 Lancia Trevi.
Because 1946 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 1946 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Trevi, 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, 1981 Lancia Trevi (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Trevi 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 | 1981 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | GAZ | Lancia |
| Model | M-20 | Trevi |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
