1953 GAZ M-20 vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 59 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, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1953 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit 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 328 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit.
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, 2012 Honda Fit, 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, 2012 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Fit 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 | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | GAZ | Honda |
| Model | M-20 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2119 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2499 mm |
