1980 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1950 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 30 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 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant 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 670 kg more than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant.
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, 1950 GAZ M-20 (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1950 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Daihatsu Charmant | 1950 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Daihatsu | GAZ |
Model | Charmant | M-20 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1950 |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |