1950 GAZ M-20 vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1950 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 224 kg more than 1950 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 GAZ M-20 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | GAZ | Toyota |
| Model | M-20 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
