1952 GAZ M-20 vs. 2002 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2002 Lancia Lybra is newer by 50 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1952 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Lybra 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 90 kg more than 2002 Lancia Lybra.
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, 2002 Lancia Lybra, 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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra 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 | 2002 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | GAZ | Lancia |
| Model | M-20 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| 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 | 4100 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 | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
