1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 2000 Honda Life
To start off, 2000 Honda Life is newer by 44 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 4 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 670 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1956 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life. 2000 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1956 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1956 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 GAZ M-20 | 2000 Honda Life | |
| Make | GAZ | Honda |
| Model | M-20 | Life |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
