1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 1970 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1970 Mazda 1000 is newer by 14 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 2 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1970 Mazda 1000. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 GAZ M-20 | 1970 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | GAZ | Mazda |
| Model | M-20 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
