1953 GAZ M-20 vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 54 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, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1953 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1953 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 950 kg more than 1953 GAZ M-20. 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, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (183 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 GAZ M-20 | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | GAZ | Mahindra |
| Model | M-20 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2119 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
