1947 GAZ M20 vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 GAZ M20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1947 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1947 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 GAZ M20 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
Because 1947 GAZ M20 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 1947 GAZ M20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic, 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, 1990 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 GAZ M20 | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GAZ | Honda |
| Model | M20 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1990 |
| 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 | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
