1958 GAZ M20 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 54 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 GAZ M20 weights approximately 388 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
Because 1958 GAZ M20 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 1958 GAZ M20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, 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 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 GAZ M20 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | GAZ | Fiat |
| Model | M20 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2301 mm |
