1950 GAZ M-20 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 60 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper 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 165 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper.
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, 2010 Mini Cooper, 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper 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 | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | GAZ | Mini |
| Model | M-20 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3713 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2466 mm |
