1954 GAZ M-20 vs. 2000 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2000 Mazda Demio is newer by 46 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, 2000 Mazda Demio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1954 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Demio 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 500 kg more than 2000 Mazda Demio.
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, 2000 Mazda Demio, 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Demio. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 GAZ M-20 | 2000 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | GAZ | Mazda |
| Model | M-20 | Demio |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
