1950 GAZ M-20 vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1950 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Because 1950 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 1950 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa, 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, 1950 GAZ M-20 (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 GAZ M-20 | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | GAZ | Opel |
| Model | M-20 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
