1954 GAZ M-20 vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 42 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, 1954 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1954 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 GAZ M-20 | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | GAZ | Honda |
| Model | M-20 | Today |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
