1954 GAZ M-20 vs. 1999 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1999 Lotus Elise is newer by 45 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, 1999 Lotus Elise (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1954 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Elise 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 752 kg more than 1999 Lotus Elise.
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, 1999 Lotus Elise (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1954 GAZ M-20 | 1999 Lotus Elise | |
Make | GAZ | Lotus |
Model | M-20 | Elise |
Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |