1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 56 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, 2012 Tata Indigo (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo 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 320 kg more than 2012 Tata Indigo.
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, 2012 Tata Indigo, 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, 2012 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indigo 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 | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | GAZ | Tata |
| Model | M-20 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
