1998 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1956 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Nubira.
Because 1956 GAZ M-20 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 1956 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira, 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, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (184 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Nubira | 1956 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Daewoo | GAZ |
| Model | Nubira | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
