1957 GAZ M-20 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 50 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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 38 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
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, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Civic (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic 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 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | GAZ | Honda |
Model | M-20 | Civic |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |