1958 GAZ M20 vs. 1974 Lada 1200
To start off, 1974 Lada 1200 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 GAZ M20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada 1200 (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 GAZ M20 weights approximately 464 kg more than 1974 Lada 1200.
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, 1958 GAZ M20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 GAZ M20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 GAZ M20 | 1974 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | GAZ | Lada |
| Model | M20 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
