1951 GAZ M-20 vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2001 Lancia Thesis is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1951 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 255 kg more than 1951 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2001 Lancia Thesis (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 GAZ M-20 | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | GAZ | Lancia |
| Model | M-20 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
