1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla (87 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla 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 235 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2001 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (221 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | GAZ | Toyota |
| Model | M-20 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
