1951 GAZ M-20 vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 60 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 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1951 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
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, 2011 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd 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 | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | GAZ | Kia |
| Model | M-20 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
