1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 2003 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2003 Smart ForTwo is newer by 57 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, 2003 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Smart ForTwo 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 645 kg more than 2003 Smart ForTwo.
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, 1946 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1946 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1946 GAZ M-20 | 2003 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | GAZ | Smart |
Model | M-20 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1946 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1820 mm |