1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 1951 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1978 Dodge Aspen is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1951 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 5 kg more than 1951 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Aspen | 1951 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Dodge | GAZ |
| Model | Aspen | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
