1954 GAZ M-20 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 55 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, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1954 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1954 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 225 kg more than 1954 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic 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 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | GAZ | Honda |
Model | M-20 | Civic |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |