1999 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1949 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Metro is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Metro (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Metro should accelerate faster than 1949 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Metro.
Because 1949 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 1949 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Metro, 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, 1949 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1949 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Metro | 1949 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
| Model | Metro | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1949 |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
