1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 47 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX220.
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, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 GAZ M-20 | 2003 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | GAZ | Vauxhall |
| Model | M-20 | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
