1970 GAZ 24 vs. 1950 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1970 GAZ 24 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 GAZ 24 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 GAZ 24 should accelerate faster than 1950 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1970 GAZ 24.
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, 1970 GAZ 24 (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ 24 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ 24 | 1950 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | GAZ | GAZ |
| Model | 24 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1950 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
