1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 55 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1946 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 395 kg more than 1946 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa 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 | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | GAZ | Hyundai |
| Model | M-20 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
