1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 1989 Honda Concerto

To start off, 1989 Honda Concerto is newer by 43 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, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto 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 370 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto.

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, 1989 Honda Concerto, 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, 1989 Honda Concerto (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Concerto 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 1989 Honda Concerto
Make GAZ Honda
Model M-20 Concerto
Year Released 1946 1989
Engine Size 2120 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 51 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 5700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2560 mm