1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 1963 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1963 Skoda Octavia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1963 Skoda Octavia. 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, 1956 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 GAZ M-20 | 1963 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | GAZ | Skoda |
| Model | M-20 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
