1950 GAZ M-20 vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 59 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, 1950 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 860 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1950 GAZ M-20 (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 GAZ M-20 | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | GAZ | Tata |
| Model | M-20 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
