1952 GAZ M-20 vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1990 Honda Concerto is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Concerto (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1952 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1952 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Because 1952 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 1952 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto, 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, 1990 Honda Concerto (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 GAZ M-20 | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | GAZ | Honda |
| Model | M-20 | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
