1949 GAZ M-20 vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (193 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1949 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 GAZ M-20. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 1949 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1949 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1949 GAZ M-20 | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | GAZ | Toyota |
Model | M-20 | Altezza |
Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 2118 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |