2000 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1957 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1957 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion will offer significantly more control. 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, 1957 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Sirion | 1957 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GAZ |
| Model | Sirion | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
