1953 GAZ M-20 vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 46 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, 1999 Toyota Yaris (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1953 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1953 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 542 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1953 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 1953 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1953 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1953 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 GAZ M-20 | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | GAZ | Toyota |
| Model | M-20 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2119 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
