1949 GAZ M-20 vs. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 54 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, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1949 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 130 kg more than 1949 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 GAZ M-20 | 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | GAZ | Hyundai |
| Model | M-20 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
