1954 GAZ M-20 vs. 2010 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2010 Jeep Patriot is newer by 56 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1954 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Patriot 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 50 kg more than 2010 Jeep Patriot.
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, 2010 Jeep Patriot, 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, 2010 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Patriot 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 | 2010 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | GAZ | Jeep |
| Model | M-20 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2634 mm |
