1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 49 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, 2005 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic 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 190 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1956 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 1956 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 2005 Honda Civic (160 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic 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 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GAZ | Honda |
| Model | M-20 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
