1953 GAZ M-20 vs. 1962 Renault Caravelle
To start off, 1962 Renault Caravelle is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,119 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1962 Renault Caravelle. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 698 kg more than 1962 Renault Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1953 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Caravelle. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1953 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 GAZ M-20 | 1962 Renault Caravelle | |
| Make | GAZ | Renault |
| Model | M-20 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2119 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
