1954 GAZ M-20 vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 309 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 309 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1954 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1954 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Because 1954 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 1954 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 309, 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, 1954 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 GAZ M-20 | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | GAZ | Peugeot |
| Model | M-20 | 309 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
