1958 GAZ M20 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 55 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, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 GAZ M20 weights approximately 233 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic.
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, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 GAZ M20 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GAZ | Honda |
| Model | M20 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1798 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 | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
