1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2000 Toyota Echo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Echo (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo.
Because 1948 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 1948 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Echo, 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, 1948 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 1948 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | GAZ | Toyota |
| Model | M-20 | Echo |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
