1957 GAZ M-20 vs. 2000 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 406 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1957 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 406.
Because 1957 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 1957 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 406, 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, 2000 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 GAZ M-20 | 2000 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | GAZ | Peugeot |
| Model | M-20 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
