1950 GAZ M-20 vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 58 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, 2008 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio 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 381 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
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, 2008 Kia Rio, 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 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1950 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 GAZ M-20 | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | GAZ | Kia |
| Model | M-20 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
