1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 55 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 120 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | GAZ | Toyota |
| Model | M-20 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
